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As one of the first freshmen accepted into Penn's certified writing tutor program, Jessica spent years giving detailed feedback on sentence structure, punctuation, and usage. She unpacks grammar rules — subject-verb agreement, comma splices, dangling modifiers — by showing students how each rule sha...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate

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Kate
Kate treats grammar as a logical system rather than a list of arbitrary rules, breaking down sentence structure the way an engineer might break down a schematic. She's particularly sharp on the mechanics that trip up student writers most often: comma splices, subject-verb agreement in complex senten...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jai
Scoring a 1590 on the SAT meant Jai couldn't afford grammar mistakes on the Writing section, so he internalized the rules governing subject-verb agreement, parallelism, modifier placement, and comma usage at a granular level. He breaks grammar down into a decision tree: a small set of patterns that ...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

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Erika
Comma splices, dangling modifiers, subject-verb agreement — Erika zeroes in on the specific grammar patterns a student keeps tripping over rather than rehashing rules they already know. Her experience editing college essays and teaching SAT Writing gives her a sharp eye for the errors that cost poin...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jeffrey
Clear technical writing demands precise grammar, and Jeffrey has spent years refining that skill through research papers, grant applications, and academic publications in his engineering PhD program. He digs into the mechanics that trip students up most — subject-verb agreement in complex sentences,...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Rhea
Scoring a 1550 SAT and 36 ACT required Rhea to master the grammar rules that standardized tests love to exploit — comma splices, subject-verb agreement across long modifiers, and parallel structure in complex sentences. She breaks these patterns down into clear, repeatable rules so students can spot...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

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Charles
Mechanical engineering reports demand precise, unambiguous writing, so Charles has developed a practical grip on grammar that goes beyond labeling parts of speech. He teaches rules like subject-verb agreement, comma usage in complex sentences, and pronoun-antecedent clarity by showing students how u...
Yale University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Certified Tutor
13+ years
MaryAnn
Comma splices, dangling modifiers, subject-verb agreement in complex sentences — MaryAnn tackles grammar not as a set of arbitrary rules but as tools that make writing clearer and more persuasive. As a published author, she spots mechanical errors quickly and explains the logic behind each correctio...
University of Pittsburgh
Bachelor of Science, English, Psychology

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Samantha
Strong grammar isn't about memorizing rules — it's about recognizing patterns like parallel structure, modifier placement, and subject-verb agreement in context. Samantha sharpened her grammar instruction through years of SAT and ACT prep tutoring, where a misplaced comma or dangling modifier can co...
Duke University
Bachelors in Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions
Harvard Medical School
Current Grad Student, MD

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Pinelopi
Comma splices, subject-verb agreement, dangling modifiers — grammar rules are easier to remember when students understand the logic behind them instead of just memorizing corrections. Pinelopi breaks down sentence structure visually, showing how clauses connect and where punctuation belongs, so stud...
Duke University
Bachelor in Arts in Psychology
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Students often struggle with sentence structure, punctuation, subject-verb agreement, and proper use of tenses. Many also find it challenging to apply grammar rules consistently in their own writing, especially when balancing technical correctness with developing their unique voice. Personalized tutoring helps identify specific gaps and builds confidence in applying these skills across different writing contexts.
Strong grammar skills form the foundation for clear, persuasive writing. When students master grammar fundamentals, they can focus more energy on organization, thesis development, and voice rather than worrying about basic errors. Tutors provide personalized feedback on student writing, helping them see how grammar choices affect their message and audience impact.
The first session focuses on understanding your specific needs—whether you're preparing for standardized tests, improving academic writing, or addressing particular grammar challenges. Tutors assess your current skill level, discuss your goals, and create a personalized plan that targets your areas for growth. This foundation helps ensure all future sessions are directly relevant to your progress.
Yes, absolutely. Grammar is a core component of standardized tests like the SAT, ACT, and other assessments. Tutors help students understand test-specific grammar conventions, practice with authentic test questions, and develop strategies for catching errors under timed conditions. Personalized instruction targets the grammar concepts that appear most frequently on your specific test.
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Revision is where grammar skills truly shine. Tutors teach students how to edit their own work systematically—identifying common patterns in their errors, understanding why corrections matter, and applying those lessons to future writing. This approach builds independent editing skills rather than just correcting mistakes, helping students become stronger writers over time.
Grammar is the foundational system of rules—correct punctuation, sentence structure, and word choice. Style is how you use those rules creatively to develop your voice and engage your reader. A strong tutor helps you master grammar fundamentals first, then shows you how to bend rules intentionally for stylistic effect once you understand them.
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